Regional Strategic Buyer at Nestlé

Company: Nestlé Central & West Africa Ltd.



Location: Any of the Francophone countries



Position Type: Full-Time



Minimum Educational Qualification: Minimum of bachelor’s degree its equivalent in Marketing and sales, Finance, Supply Chain, Engineering or another relevant field.



Minimum Relevant Work Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in Procurement or a relevant MBA equivalent. Project Management and Sales & Marketing experience will be an added advantage.



Position Summary



Joining Nestlé means you are joining the largest Food and Beverage company in the world. At our very core, we are a human company driven by our purpose to improve the quality of life and contribute to a healthier future.



Nestlé CWA is currently looking for a Strategic Buyer who would be responsible for Activations and other marketing services sourcing, developing, validating, communicating, and implementing sourcing strategies for locally managed categories following the defined Strategic Sourcing Process tools, templates, and policies. She/he would ensure the efficient implementation of new or changing items/services, Procure to Pay channel management and new suppliers.



A day in the life;







Defining and implementing the strategies for the locally managed categories at Market level; utilizing the Strategic Sourcing Process tools, templates and policies developed by the organization.

Performing supplier market, category and supply risk analysis; developing TCO(Total Cost of Ownership) understanding, as well as the map of how sourcing process and channels work within the locally managed category; identifying improvements to be targeted.

Preparing and executing negotiation events, seeking best TCO contracts and beneficial commercial agreements with suppliers for the locally managed categories.

Ensuring compliance to Nestlé’s business principles, policies, standards and Procurement Policy, Procurement Standardized Model, Nestlé Supplier Code, Best Practices, etc.

Establishing relationships with stakeholders to integrate category plans and outcomes in local budgets and price planning processes as required.

Integrating innovation, renovation, and post-award cost improvement elements from suppliers into Nestlé’s innovation and renovation processes.

In partnership with SRM (Supplier Relationship Management) experts, leading the planning and regular contract SLA reviews with suppliers and other functional partners, such as quality, etcetera.

Ensuring effective contract management follow-up activities are in place (e.g. SAP contracts, purchasing info records, master data, etcetera).

Leading cross functional projects that would deliver strategic value in ensuring supply & improvement of procurement process.



What Makes You Successful?







Bilingual – Ability to speak and write in both English and French.

Demonstrated experience in implementation of sourcing strategies for different spend categories over a sustained period (between 3 to 5 years).

Experience in one or more spend categories as a Sourcing Specialist, using the Strategic Sourcing Process.

Demonstrated successful use of risk management, responsible sourcing and supplier relation management.

Strong analytical skills with high capability on Microsoft Excel usage, negotiation, and business-writing ability.

Remarkable communication and problem-solving skills.

Good system and relevant software usage prowess.

Ability to manage senior level stakeholders.

Strong conflict resolution and leadership skills.



How do I apply?



“Nestlé is an equal opportunity employer, seeking diversity in qualified applicants for employment. All applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, ethnicity, color, gender, age, religion, nationality, disability or perceived disability, medical condition, or any other protected status, as defined by applicable law”.



We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. The closing date for application is 25th September 2024